Australian Brunch Trends

Having been in Melbourne for  3 months now, I can definitely say that brunch is not taken lightly here. Just like Montreal, brunch is a trend that has restaurants booming with creative new ways to incorporate seasonal foods into savoury and sweet dishes.

Upon exploring multiple brunch spots around town, I’ve noticed a few trends that have yet to emerge in Canada.

1. Adding Texture with Meringues!

Pain Perdu Deux featuring brioche french toast, passionfruit curd, chocolate mousse, berry coulis and meringue crackle. At Hardware Société

2. Mushrooms for Maximal Umami

Large herb roasted portobello mushrooms plated with white bean purée, chèvre & hazelnut crumble, walnut bread and poached eggs. At: Hardware Société

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We don't need to spruik the greatness of mushies. But a secret about this little number is that it has dashi made from kombu, not fish, making it a delicious vegetarian treat.⠀ ::⠀ #mushrooms #melbournefood #melbournecafe #kettleblack

A post shared by The Kettle Black (@kettleblackcafe) on Apr 6, 2018 at 5:24pm PDT

3. A Creamy Component : the Panna Cotta

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#MINDFULNESS is enjoying a cup of tea, going for a morning run, or even doing some yoga in between your chaotic schedule. Taking some time out of your day to live in the moment will do wonders for your mental wellbeing and health. 🌿🏃🤸🏼‍♀️

A post shared by David (@mrdavidtruong) on Sep 7, 2017 at 10:34pm PDT

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Bonjour Melbourne 😊 Friday’s are for fried brioche topped with @matcha_maiden pannacotta, raspberry gel, fresh raspberries and black sesame tuille…delicious ! #hardwaresociete #hardwaresociete123 #hardwaresocieteparis Thanks @jielien1122 for the 📸📸

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4. The original trendsetter: Smashed Avo

I don’t think you can find a brunch menu without this iconic dish nowadays. Fresh bread piled with fresh avocado never tasted so good!

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At #hollamelbourne, green isn't limited to our hanging plants. Try our sautéed minted snow peas next time you're in, topped with a couple of poached eggs for extra ooze. ✌🏼⠀ .⠀ .⠀ 📷 @phat_bish

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